At the beginning of the 90s a new music wave was emerging in Italy. Influenced by stylistic elements and sound expressions arriving from abroad - in particular from those english and american labels – it has created the bases for an innovative sound destined to leave its mark for generations to come. It was a sound close to the Deep House atmospheres coming from Chicago, Detroit and New York. A sound made of powerful basslines, punching drum machines, dreamy melodies and incredibly sensuous vibrations.
Dream House, Italo House, Piano House are names often used to identify this new scene, but it could be simply summed up in one word: "Underground". 
Inspired by an innate sense of freedom and experimentation, a generation of Italian DJs and producers envision the sound of the future. The music becomes a muse, enchanting and unifying. The movement fires up  in the clubs. The record shops act as a sounding board. And the alignment of all the planets generates an invasion of celestial bodies.

"Ciao Italia” wants to be a tribute to the artists that wrote this story. Artists that were forced to use many different aliases that often even themselves have forgotten and certainly less celebrated than their colleagues today. 
From Andrea Gemolotto, Massimino Lippoli, Fabrice, Mr Marvin, Davide Rizzatti and Angelino Albanese (DFC Records), Ricky Montanari and Flavio Vecchi (Love Quartet), Paramour, Adrian Morrison and Dj Ralf 

(Heartbeat Records), passing through the productions of Alex Neri and Marco Baroni (formerly Kamasutra, Green Baize, Agua Re up to becoming Planet Funk) for Palmares, up to Don Carlos and Stefano Tirone (together Montego Bay Experience) Francesco Montefiori (aka Key Tronics Ensemble and Soft House Company) and Claudio “Moz-Art Rispoli (Jestofunk and Omniverse) on Irma and Antima Records, Leo Mas, Rago and Farina, MBG, Paolino Bova, Gianni Bini and Paolo Martini, up to names that have remained more in the shadows but have given great lymph and depth to music Made in Italy such as Leo Anibaldi , Andrea Benedetti and Eugenio Vatta (Frame), Leandro Papa (Last Rhythm e Stonehenge), Cesare Cerulli and Toni Verde (Blue Zone), Graziano Ragni (High Tide), Massimo Berardi (Underground Nation Undertour Sensation and Cosmic Galaxy) and Massimo Zennaro and all those producers that we were not able to include in this collection because of the lack of space.

A rhythmic journey to rediscover what has been, what continues to be and what will be, “Ciao Italia” tells a story that still sounds incredibly current, whose reverberations continue to be the object of veneration among DJs, clubbers and music lovers of new generations. As confirmed by the new productions ideally inspired by the iconic sound of the time, testimony of an Italian avant-garde alive and vivid not only in memories but more than ever in the here and now.
Not only a "musical style", but also a way of approaching reality characterized by enthusiasm, a global vision and a spirit suited to the most eclectic and boundless creativity. 

Born from an idea of Daniele "Shield" Contrini, with the art direction of Stupefacente Studio, the project took shape in a double vinyl format with an insert, signed by the journalist Elia Zupelli, which reconstructs an era through the voices of the protagonists, photographs, interviews, rarities and dazzles from the 
dancefloors. So, while the vinyl slides under the needle, the hope is to be able to grasp the atmosphere and live it again for a few moments, clinging to the indomitable charm of  the "underground" grooves: a mnemonic flow from the past and a driving force for a new course projected into the future.

Aural - Desire (Fabrice 4 a.m Mix)

love Edit 9 - "All Star"
CD (limited edition) & Digital release, out 21th January 2022
Download and support it : https://hugobaume.bandcamp.com 
Artwork : Noyo Chromatic
Mastering : Perception Mastering 
      
Adrien Calvet
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Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/adrien.calvet.1
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/adrien-calvet-1
     
Neidex
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Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/NeidexMusic
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/neidex

PREMIERE: Afro Shigida - The Bahama Soul Club (Adrien Calvet & Neidex Love Edit)

Artist - @blazersmusic
Label - @dnamrec

This winter, Don't Need A Million is back with a brand new Various Artist EP.
"Sonic Boom" brings together five talented new artists to share their energy around House music.
First, Alben & LAJE delivers a hot groovy track with a captivating acid line.
the mysterious DV-516's with their warming and dancing club touch.
From Australia comes Binofski and his track 'Deeper Than Deep', with effective minimal sound.
Vincent G joins Sonic Boom with "Memories". After a quality remix last year on DNAM,
he gives us here a progressive and captivating deep house track.
At last, "Pomodoro" by french talent Blazers closes the EP, a bouncy track with a big bassline and deeply chords.

Mastered by Alex Finkin minimalstudio.fr/
Artwork by Olivier Bouchez
Distributed by Chat Noir Distribution
Cat : DNAMDG012

Premiere: Blazers - Pomodoro (Don't Need A Million)

Maxwell - Feel Yourself (Original Mix)

Cosmic Breeze Records is happy to announce "The Long Way Up", the second record from our label, featuring a split format showcasing the latest works of Toolate Groove and Bass Toast.

As purveyors of soulful music, we pour love into every release, cohesively blending different genres such as House and Broken Beat creating music that speaks to our souls.

"The Long Way Up" shows our belief and curiosity in blending both club-oriented and laid-back soulful music. We believe that through music, we can unite and express ourselves in the most true and transparent way, while revealing the depths of our souls.

PS: Vinyl pre-order coming on later... Full album available on Cosmic Breeze Records' page.

"A lot of people run to see who’s fastest. I merely run to feel the breeze."

Greetings from Brussels !

Seb & Alex

The Long Way Up

Urban Vibrations

Marc Spence – Four Corners EP [DDR001]
The debut release on Dirty Dungeon Records sets the tone for the label: no rules, just groove. Four Corners EP brings four distinct cuts, each built for the floor in its own way. From the soulful swing of Henny, to the off-beat chops of Duck Fat, the garage-leaning bounce of Ringin’, and the deep, late-night hypnosis of All You, this EP captures the essence of Dirty Dungeon — unpredictable, unapologetic, and made with total creative freedom.
Dirty Dungeon isn’t about following trends. It’s about groove. Stop expecting.

Four Corners EP

All You

B3. Marc Spence - All You (Original Mix)

@jakobmaeder
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Bandcamp: https://jakobmaeder.bandcamp.com/music
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Resident Advisor: https://de.ra.co/dj/jakobmader
@dancepetrolrecords
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Bandcamp: www.dancepetrolrecords.bandcamp.com
Traxsource: www.traxsource.com/label/52159/dan…-petrol-records
Beatport: www.beatport.com/label/dance-petrol-records/88164
Resident Advisor: https://ra.co/labels/20429
Release Date: Octber, 10th, 2025
Bandcamp:
Info: Jakob Mäder returns with "Understanding", a two-track EP that showcases the Stuttgart-based artist’s refined sense for deep grooves and genre-blending soundscapes. Known for his wide-ranging musical vision and versatile DJ and live performances, Mäder delivers two original cuts that echo his deep house roots and experimental curiosity—accompanied by a stellar remix from long-time collaborator Luise.

The title giving track Understanding dives straight into deep territories. Snappy chords and vocal fragments ride a slick, understated groove, resulting in a track that feels both timeless and fresh—a clear continuation of Mäder’s deep, soulful approach to the dancefloor.

Strings follows with ethereal pads, thumpin’ kicks, and a warm, rounded bassline. It’s a full-bodied homage to the Windy City, with string arrangements that lend the track its name and emotional weight. A deep house bliss-out designed for those early morning hours where the connection between sound and soul runs deepest.

Closing out the release, Luise reimagines Strings in a breakbeat framework, layering in percussive tension and vocal snippets for a fresh rhythmic perspective. Her remix respectfully reworks the original’s deep house core while injecting it with new-found urgency and textural punch—completing the EP with a dynamic and surprising twist.

From subtle warmth to club-focused depth, "Understanding" is here to:

Fuel Your Passion!

*PREMIERE* Jakob Mäder - Understanding

https://minikronlabel.bandcamp.com/album/we-are-movement



PREMIERE | Django Nogata - My Problems, My Answers [Minikron]

Garrett returns to Stripped & Chewed with a continuation of his love letter to Queen!, a weekly institution every Sunday at Chicago's Smart Bar. Garrett describes his Queen! experience as fully surreal. 

"It's been the one constant in my life. Every week since I was 20 y/o. That's wild. For the last 7 years, Queen! has shaped my music and me." 

Special thanks to: 
Javonntte, Michael & Derrick, Lucy, Nico, JoJo, Brandt, Josh, José, Josh, Alberto, Kelly, Natalie, Butter, Skunk, Pablo, Jessica, Tullymusic, Paradise Soul, Byrd, Dan, Shea, Steve, FLS, Sal-e, Ruby Dee, Andrew, Jake, Adam, Frankie, Robert, Fredrick. 

Come stop by and say 'Hi': 
Queen! at Smart Bar 
3730 N Clark St 
Chicago, IL 60613 
10pm to 4am every Sunday

A1 Garrett David - Clap Ya Hands Feat. Javonntte [The Queen! Tracks Pt. 2]

Written & Produced by : Mike Sharon 

Original release date: 2009 (Sushitech records)

Maxwell - Feel Yourself (Original Mix)

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